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How to Port Forward – General Guide to Multiple Router Brands

Step 2: Enter your router credentials into the login page.Please Note: Your router credentials should be on a sticker on the bottom of your router. If not, you can see the most common credentials below.

Device Username Password

D-Link admin (leave blank)

Netgear admin password

Linksys admin admin

Asus admin admin

DrayTek admin admin

ZyXel admin 1234

TP-Link admin admin

TRENDnet admin admin

Belkin admin (leave blank)

Step 3: Next,locate the port forwarding settings. Typically this will be under Advanced and then Port Forwarding or Virtual Server.

Step 4: On the PortForwarding page enter in a name for your device like, “Camera”. Then enter the port you are forwarding in the port field. Select “TCP/UDP” or “Both” under Protocol if you are unsure which protocol you are using. Next, enter the internal IP address of the device you are port forwarding to and click “Apply” or “Save” to store the changes.

Step 5: Finally, check to see if the port is open by going to www.portchecktool.com. Enter the port number you have forwarded and click “Check Your Port”.

You should now be able to connect to your device via a web browser. Simply enter your hostname followed by the port number into the address bar. For example http://hostname.ddns.net:8000.

Please Note:If you are using a mobile application, you will simply need to use your hostname to connect. The application should already specify the port when attempting to connect.

Below you will see interfaces from the 4 most popular manufacturers. Be aware that your router may display a different interface. If you have any questions or are unsure what to do, we recommend finding a guide that provides more information.